Ewen Finser 
First of all, a Nutcache vs Asana debate is a tricky one for several reasons. For example, both Asana and Nutcache are not exactly project management software solutions. They both lack some project management-centric features such as Gantt Charts commonly found in the best PM tools as Basecamp. Second, Nutcache and Asana are not exactly … Read more
In our post, we will give you a rundown of the best Shopify upsell apps out there so you can choose the best for your store. My TL;DR: If you just want my quick take, these are the upsell apps I’ve tried and recommend most… You’ve invested quite heavily in marketing automation and the whole … Read more
I’ve recently been on a productivity kick, trying to organize the chaos of my inbox and calendar. I’ve also been looking for ways to synchronize my personal workflow with our team project management. This experience first led me to Motion, which I reviewed here. Once I went down the rabbit hole here, I discovered Sunsama … Read more
If you are trying to figure out if you should go with ActiveCampaign or Clickfunnels for your marketing funnel, this comparison is for you. I’ve been operating digital businesses for the last 10 years and have used BOTH platforms at various points. I still remember the day Clickfunnels blew up and literally everyone and their … Read more
If you are an ecommerce operator trying to decide between ActiveCampaign and Klaviyo, welcome to the right spot! I’ve been operating online for 10+ years and have tried almost every email platform out there for ecommerce. I also happen to run this site which scratches my own itch… reviewing and recommending (or not) tools for … Read more
Online business owners have many responsibilities. They have to create content, market their products, build websites, drive traffic, close sales and write compelling copy. To accomplish all these, people in business must learn how to use the right software and strategies. If you’re selling something online, you need to optimize your selling process. For these … Read more
I’ve been testing out the new breed of AI calendar management apps recently as a way to better optimize my daily routine. Two that immediately popped on my radar that I’ve already tried separately are Reclaim.ai (my full review here) and Motion (full review). Overall, I like both of these platforms. They are very similar … Read more
Mailjet can be a great solution for customized email marketing campaigns and tech stack integrations, but is it really the best email solution? This is a question I asked myself as while knee deep in a technical site integration recently. The capability is amazing, but was this a classic case of over-engineering? Are there email … Read more
Ahrefs is clearly one of the market leaders when it comes to SEO tool suites. It’s certainly come a long way from a primarily backlink too back in the day. However, as the functionality has increased, so too have the prices. What’s more, Ahrefs recently terminated their free plan, leaving many SEOs out in the … Read more
If you are looking for a full list of the ongoing discount offers, hero discount codes, and special promo codes in ONE PLACE that actually work, this guide is for you. Specifically, I like finding those hidden discount offers (student, teacher, etc..) that aren’t apparent on the site AND aren’t short term coupon codes that … Read more
If you are trying to figure out if Melio or Plastiq is the right payments platform for you, this article is for you! Payments has been the bane of my existence for as long as I’ve been online. Particularly working with a diverse set of international freelancers, developers, and consultants… it’s just a pain to … Read more
If you are looking at various SEO tools and trying to figure out which is specifically best for local SEO, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve been in the SEO world for close to 10 years and have learned the hard way that what works for broad search can be very different from local … Read more
They say that customer experience is, by far, the most important aspect of digital shopping for an online store. Well, that’s right. You can say that again. All things considered, customer experience is what ultimately decides the size of the corresponding customer base. Fair enough. But, here’s the kicker. We all know that digital customer … Read more
Dropshipping is not a new business model, so I’m always interested to see new dropshipping tools hit the market. I’ve also seen a lot of “snake oil” type products over the years, so I’m quite skeptical of “easy money” dropshipping blueprints. That said, when I heard about Trendsi, it stood out because it was tailored … Read more
If you’ve tried (or considered) Mailbutler, but aren’t sure it’s the right email optimization tool for you, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve personally tested dozens of inbox cleaners, email based productivity tools, and email organization suites recently. I first tried Mailbutler as an alternative to Superhuman and the like, but quickly discovered a … Read more
If you are trying to decide if SaneBox or ActiveInbox is a better solution for your email management and cleanliness needs, you are in the right place! I’ve watched as this sub-niche has taken off recently, with new entrants and major feature enhancements for existing email organization logic with the advent of AI. In this … Read more
I started The Digital Merchant to test the tools, services, and products I use in my digital business. Now, I’m here with other online business owners buying, testing, and evaluating the best digital tools, services, and software we can find – for every stage of the business.
Reach out to me at: [email protected]
The Digital Merchant has the best strategies and tools to grow your digital business.
3109 Poplarwood Ct #101, Raleigh, NC 27604, USA
© Copyright 2025 , All Rights Reserved by The Digital Merchant